Caltrans launches $200 million Yolo 80 Express Lanes construction project | The Locally Times
The project utilizes $84.9 million in state funding and $82.9 million in federal grants to improve regional freeway infrastructure.
Caltrans District 3 has initiated the $200 million Yolo 80 Express Lanes Project, a construction effort aimed at upgrading freeway infrastructure in Yolo County. The project involves pavement work and the creation of safety zones for construction crews and heavy equipment along the Interstate 80 corridor. ## Funding Sources The project relies on a combination of state and federal financial support. An additional $82.9 million is provided by the Federal Highway Administration through the Infrastructure for Rebuilding America grant program. ## Traffic Impacts Construction activity has already necessitated overnight closures of the southbound State Route 113 connector ramp to eastbound Interstate 80. Records indicate that two overnight shifts occurred from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. on Wednesday, June 24, and Thursday, June 25. Caltrans established a signed detour via Kidwell Road for motorists during these closure periods. ## What to Watch Caltrans District 3 manages 4,385 lane miles across 11 counties in the Sacramento Valley and Northern Sierra. The agency notes that construction schedules remain subject to change based on weather conditions, material availability, or equipment needs. Residents can monitor real-time traffic updates through the Caltrans QuickMap website or mobile application, or follow the agency on X and Facebook for construction alerts.